White House

NOUN

residence of president of united states

Synonyms

WEAK

executive branch executive mansion official residence presidential mansion presidential palace

Example Sentences

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Behind that is a huge structure on the Ellipse, the grassy area just outside the grounds, where the White House says up to 125,000 people will be able to watch on free screens.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

A White House official added that Trump’s position on the bridge hadn’t changed, and he was seeking the best possible deal for Americans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

White House officials have called those allegations baseless and have asked a judge to dismiss the lawsuit.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

White House communications aide Margo Martin posted a clip on X claiming, “Chants of ‘USA’ in Madison Square Garden!”

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

He was elected to the House of Representatives in 1946, the Senate in 1952, and the White House just eight years later.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin